Handala Hacks FBI Director's Email

0:00It's March 27. From your city to your ears, this is Dallas News Today, powered by AI. A pro-Iranian hacking group called Hindala, claimed on Friday to have breached the personal email account of FBI Director Cash Patel. They posted online what looked like decade-old photos of him, including one's near-and-antique sports car and with a cigar, plus a work resume and other, personal files from over 10 years ago. The group also offered downloads of old emails tied to Patel's personal trips and business dealings. The FBI quickly responded, saying they're aware of the targeting of his personal email, and have taken steps to reduce any risks. Officials stressed elite info is all historical, with no government data involved. Reports from December 2024 noted Patel was warned about Iranian hackers targeting him before his confirmation as director. It's unclear exactly when this breach happened, but if it's a pattern for Hindala, a pro-Palestinian group acting as an Iranian proxy.

1:02Earlier this month, Hindala disrupted systems at a Michigan medical tech firm, claiming retaliation for U.S. strikes that killed Iranian, schoolchildren, they're known for these kinds of cyber operations on Iran's behalf. The Justice Department just sees four web domains linked to Iranian hacks like Hindalas, including threats against dissidents. Meanwhile, the Trump administration has put up a reward of up to $10 million for tips leading to the group's members showing the pushback. Since these threats continues.